In this conversation, Sonja Stirnimann interviews Maja Bundt, a prominent figure in cybersecurity and corporate governance. They discuss the importance of integrity in leadership, the challenges of identifying blind spots in risk management, and the personal experiences that shape one's ethical choices. Maja shares insights on the dynamics of the boardroom, the need to listen to diverse perspectives, and the importance of being prepared for unexpected risks. The conversation emphasises the need for strong personal integrity and the courage to uphold it in professional settings, particularly in the context of cybersecurity.

Just a few highlights of our conversation with Maya Bundt:

Some of the takeaways of this integrity talk:

• Maja Bundt emphasizes the importance of integrity in board roles.

• Blind spots in risk management are often difficult to identify.

• Covid-19 was a known risk, not a black swan event.

• Diversity in perspectives can help uncover blind spots.

• Listening to employees can reveal potential risks.

• Organizational culture affects how risks are communicated.

• Personal integrity is crucial in decision-making processes.

• Board dynamics can influence corporate integrity.

• Preparation for unexpected events is essential.

• Understanding one's red lines is vital for ethical leadership.

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052 – How to adress the 3rd party cyber risk

059 – Cyber Resilience at Board level

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In this episode Sonia Stirnimann discusses the often-overlooked concept of 'silent risk' in corporate integrity. She emphasizes that integrity and ethical leadership are crucial for resilience and reputation, especially during stable periods when organizations may neglect to challenge their assumptions. She provides reflection prompts for leaders to identify potential silent risks and stresses the importance of vigilance and anticipation in leadership.

Takeaways

• Leaders must prepare for the worst and build resilience.

• Silent risk erodes integrity and decision-making.

• The most significant risks often arise during stable periods.

• Cognitive bandwidth depletion leads to silent risk.

• Successful periods can blind leaders to underlying issues.

• Reflection prompts can help identify silent risks.

• Stability does not guarantee sustainability.

• Silence in organizations often indicates resignation.

• True leadership involves anticipation and adaptation.

• Space for reflection is critical for effective leadership.

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The following episode might be also of interest for you:

019 – Corporate Resilience: Hype or Asset?

024 – How to strengthen the board for directors’ and managements’ actionability

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Gitte Gundrup co-founded an AI consultancy and discusses in our today’s interview with Sonja Stirnimann the intersection of AI, corporate integrity and ethical leadership. She highlights the importance of understanding the risks associated with AI, the need for AI literacy among board members, and ethical considerations in AI projects. Gitte shares insights on navigating personal integrity during business transformation and the future of AI in fostering human connections. The discussion highlights the critical role of governance and ethical frameworks in the responsible use of AI while maintaining a human-centred approach.

Just a few highlights of our conversation with Gitte Gundrup:

Some of the takeaways of this integrity talk:

• AI was once seen as superexotic, now it's mainstream.

• Corporate integrity is crucial in AI implementation.

• Boards face a fear of missing out on AI opportunities.

• AI governance must address ethical, legal, and security aspects.

• AI literacy is essential for effective board governance.

• Bias in AI stems from the data, not the algorithms.

• Change management requires respect for people's experiences.

• Mastery, autonomy, and purpose motivate individuals during change.

• Human connections remain vital despite AI advancements.

• The next generation must understand the implications of AI

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The following episodes might be also of interest for you:

Episode 008 - Common pitfalls for corporates on ethical behaviour

Episode 024 – How to strengthen the board for directors’ and managements’ actionability

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In this episode Sonja Stirnimann delves into the concept of governance fatigue, a subtle yet dangerous decline in oversight and strategic engagement within organizations. She explains how governance fatigue manifests in boardrooms and offers practical solutions for leaders to combat this issue, emphasizing the importance of active questioning and maintaining a culture of integrity.

Takeaways

• Governance fatigue is a slow, dangerous decline in strategic shortness.

• It occurs when oversight becomes routine and decisions are made out of compliance, not conviction.

• Even seasoned leaders can fall into governance fatigue due to over-reliance on systems and dashboards.

• Board agendas often lack time for forward-looking dialogue, leading to strategic hollowness.

• The absence of critical discussion can lead to unnoticed compliance issues.

• Governance fatigue creates a vacuum that can only be recognized when issues arise.

• Increased external scrutiny makes governance fatigue a significant liability.

• Leaders must recalibrate their oversight rhythm to combat fatigue.

• Governance fatigue signals a need to pause, reset, and recommit to integrity.

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The following episode might be also of interest for you:

033 – Biases in the board room

054 - How a diverse Board impacts Corporate Integrity

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Sonja Stirnimann interviews Patrick, an expert on business models and corporate integrity, in this fascinating conversation. They explore the importance of understanding customer value, the role of values in business and the need for ethical leadership. Patrick shares insights from his extensive experience and emphasises the importance of creating a culture that fosters open communication and accountability. The discussion also touches on the challenges of corporate life and the necessity for innovation in business models to adapt to changing environments.

Just a few highlights of our conversation with Patrick Stähler:

Some oft the takeaways of this integrity talk:

• Business models should focus on customer value, not just profit.

• Understanding the 'why' behind a business is crucial for success.

• Creating a culture of safety can lead to improved processes and profitability.

• Leadership is about serving others and making their lives easier.

• Values should guide decision-making in organizations.

• A strong company culture encourages open communication and accountability.

• Innovation in business models is essential for adapting to change.

• Employees should understand their role in creating customer value.

• The importance of resilience in both individuals and organizations.

• Ethical leadership is vital for maintaining corporate integrity

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The following episodes might be also of interest for you:

Episode 017 - The 9 core sectors to identify risks in the business model

Episode 035 - Why fraud awareness is crucial for the profit margin

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In this episode, Sonja Stirnimann discusses the critical need for crisis-experienced leaders in today's complex and volatile environment. She emphasizes that while crises reveal character, they also highlight the importance of ethical decision-making and integrity. The episode outlines essential skills for building crisis resilience, such as calm self-regulation and transparent communication, and encourages leaders to create environments where team members feel safe to speak up. Ultimately, the episode underscores the necessity of resilience in leadership to maintain trust and integrity within organizations.

Takeaways

• Crisis reveals character, it does not build it.

• Leaders must lead with integrity under pressure.

• Crisis-experienced leaders maintain clarity and accountability.

• Lack of crisis experience can lead to organizational damage.

• Crisis skills can be developed proactively.

• Ethical decision-making is crucial in crisis situations.

• Transparent communication fosters trust during uncertainty.

• Empowering teams enhances resilience and accountability.

• Leaders should create environments that encourage open dialogue.

• Resilient leadership is essential for organizational integrity.

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The following episode might be also of interest for you:

024 – How to strengthen the board for directors’ and managements’ actionability

019 - Corporate Resilience: Hype or Asset?

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In this conversation, Andrea Bonime-Blanc discusses ethics in leadership and corporate integrity, especially in her new book on technology governance. She emphasises understanding governance's megatrends, leaders' challenges in staying ethical in fast-changing environments, and the need to recognise corporate governance blind spots. She shares experiences of navigating integrity under pressure and offers insights into risk management and leadership resilience. The conversation ends with advice for future ethical leadership and the value of staying true to one's values in tough times.

Just a few highlights of our conversation with Andrea Bonime-Blanc:

Key takeaways:

• Ethical leadership is crucial for navigating modern challenges.

• Technology governance is increasingly relevant in today's world.

• Leaders must recognize the pressures that impact ethical decision-making.

• Integrity in leadership is essential for organizational success.

• Blind spots in governance can lead to significant risks.

• Understanding risk management can create value for organizations.

• Personal integrity is tested in high-pressure situations.

• Reliable information sources are vital for informed decision-making.

• The pandemic highlighted the need for resilience in leadership.

• Sticking to values is essential for navigating future challenges.

IMPORTANT LINKS AND MENTIONS

The following episodes might be also of interest for you:

046 – Method to map strategy with the risk landscape

023 – Five sources to challenge your risk landscape

The article from NACD Directorship Magazine that prompted Georgetown University Press to invite Andrea Bonime-Blanc to write the book: https://gecrisk.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/ABonimeBlanc-NACD-Directorship-Q3-2023_FEATURE-EXPONENTIAL-TECH.pdf

Andrea Bonime-Blanc’s incipient Governing Pandora Book page (more to come soon): https://gecrisk.com/book/governing-pandora/

A link to the page where most of the articles of Andrea Bonime-Blanc are available: https://gecrisk.com/resources/

Link to Newletter of Andrea Bonime-Blanc: “Ripped from the Headlines” Monthly Newsletter: https://gecrisk.com/blog/

Link to Andrea Bonime-Blanc’s “ESGT Impact” Monthly Newsletter: https://gecrisk.com/resources/esgt-impact/

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After an extended pause, the podcast "The Human Factor: Corporate Integrity Matters" is back - more anchored than ever in our mission to give a voice to integrity and ethical leadership. In this special solo episode, Sonja Stirnimann reflects and invites you to continue building a future where integrity builds resilience, the human factor and values guide leadership decisions. Welcome back to the conversation.

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The following episode might be also of interest for you:

001 – A journey of corporate integrity

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Today's guest in my integrity talk is Rupert Evill.

Rupert shares his experience – seeing what works in high-stakes frontline situations – to help organisations better predict, prevent, and respond to risks.

Rupert is the founder of Ethics Insight and has more than 20 years of experience managing risks across 30 sectors and 50+ countries. He worked in roles focused on investigations, counter-terrorism, intelligence gathering, crisis response, and ethics & compliance advisory support.

Rupert has a Postgraduate Diploma in Behavioural Analysis and Investigative Interviewing and is a Certified Fraud Examiner.

Just a few highlights of our conversation with Rupert:

IMPORTANT LINKS AND MENTIONS

The following episodes might be also of interest for you:

Episode 008: Common pitfalls for corporates on ethical behaviour

Episode 042: Improve profitability by preventing fraud and foster ethical culture

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Today's guest in my integrity talk is Elena Kovaleva.

Get insights how compliance supports companies doing business in the legal way and how she challenges corporate compliance standards and silos, and believes compliance should be simple and logical.

Elena Kovaleva is a global certified compliance expert with 15+ experience in compliance in large international companies, such as GE, Microsoft, ERG, working in regional and HQ levels, supporting board's compliance committees and stablishing compliance programs from the start. 

Just a few highlights of our conversation with Elena Kovaleva

IMPORTANT LINKS AND MENTIONS

The following episodes might be also of interest for you:

Episode 003: Is compliance in crises needed?

Episode 008: Common pitfalls for corporates on ethical behaviour

Episode 054: How a diverse Board impacts Corporate Integrity

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